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Which bath would be most suitable for back issues
Following spinal surgery I have very limited mobility which isn't going to improve. Soaking in a bath relieves the pain somewhat, however I really struggle to get in and out. I have a powered bath seat that moves up and down at the moment (provided by the OT) which is great in getting me in and out of the bath, but due to…
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Damage charges to school transport
Hi My son (9 years) is diagnosed with Autism, the past few weeks he has had home to school transport in a taxi minibus. When he was dropped off yesterday the driver showed me a rip in the back seat he said my son made during his journey, he goes on to say it will cost me £250 to replace..is this right? I am more than happy…
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Child Dla
Hi, my son gets DLA and I get carers allowance we live in a two bed house and want to get the garage converted for us to sleep in so my son gets the biggest bedroom it's a very large double with built in wardrobes so we would like to turn it into a bedroom with a special sensory space for him. We had planned to get a small…
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Decided to...
Attempt to Delete this Post because I re-read it and it did not make much sense, serves me right trying to explain stuff whilst I have brain fog. Sorry, nothing to see here. Moderators, if you are listening please delete my post doesn't really make sense and it's very quite embarrassing!
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Working tax credits
Good morning I have been claiming working tax credits for the last 10 year or so I understand it is due to be replaced by universal credit but for the time being I’m still on it as part of my entitlement i usually get dental treatment but when I went in today the option for tax credits were no longer on the form I ticked…
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Carers Council Tax Disregard
Hello hope you are all well! Just a quick post to just ask? Just a general question out of my own curiosity, Why is a friend who's a carer disregarded from council tax but not a partner who is a carer is not disregarded from council tax?
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WTC'S Closed is UC adviseable
Seems HMRC have closed my Working Tax Credits since I changed job recently. I tried updating new job details online a few weeks lago though it stated no updates can be made until April. e chat are advising I now need to apply for UC is this correct, I'm Disabled with M.S. thanks
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Returning motability car
I'm a bit puzzled at the moment and wonder if anyone knows the answer. I've decided to return my motability car next month when the lease runs out as the upfront payments are so expensive now. I've had a motability car for a good few years now so will have to look for my own vehicle. Question is - will I have to wait until…
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Where can I get the best prices for wheelchair access hotels or apartments in Spain? Also the best p
This will be my first time booking a holiday since I became disabled (Electric wheelchair user) so I'm not too clued up on where and what I need to look for, when trying to book flights and hotels/apartments I plan to go to Barcelona with a friend in July for a long weekend and so far I have been looking on booking.com for…
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Motability car and advanced pay (AP)
I am due to change my car on the motability scheme. Looking at the AP prices the type of car i need the prices have increased a lot. I understand prices have increased on a lot of things everywhere. My query is do any of car retailers allow you to pay AP in installments rather than in one payment? Thank you for any advice…
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WCA reviews
It looks like my 3 year anniversary has come up since last ESA WCA review award that was marked for review in 3 years. Currently getting Universal Credit and Contribution based ESA. Bit out of the loop so wondering if the DWP/Assessment companies are currently sending out forms for completion for reviews (and if they're…
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Powerchair - ideas to clean wheels
Hello. I wasn't really sure of where to post this as its not directly a money thing. I have been prescribed a lovely new powerchair from NHS and its making a difference already. The same chair is for inside as well as walks outside the house. The freedom to go to post box or corner shop is great but when i return the chair…
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Accessible hotel recommendations?
Can anyone recommend a hotel or other accommodation on the south or east coast where I can take my disabled parents for a short break? We need good parking, full wheelchair access, lots of sturdy handrails, especially around the toilet and bathroom, a high toilet seat, and a reasonably high bed. Rooms that have recently…
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stair lifts
My husband is starting to find stairs difficult because of arthritis. I thought it would be some years yet before we needed to consider a stair lift but the other day, he said he felt it was time to look into it. On further discussion, he said he feels he needs it because he is" wobbly". He had labyrinthitis a year ago and…
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Blue Badge parking charges
Has anyone else noticed that increasing numbers of car parks (council as well as private) have stopped offering blue badge holders free parkingInstead,offering perhaps 4 hours for the price of 2 hours ?
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Assistance with Continuing Health Care Application
Does anyone have any experience (good or bad) with any of the many legal firms offering assistance with obtaining Continuing Health Care funding for an elderly infirm relative? All the reviews I can find have been published via the company website, so not exactly impartial! (also posted in Benefits and Tax Credits section,…
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Disabled Pass Renewal Form not completed by GP
I handed in my Disabled Bus Pass renewal form to my GP more than 3 months ago, as my pass was due to expire on 31.03.2022, but my doctor has not completed the form, which should take about 5-10 minutes. I have phoned up several times and the secretary said it has not been done. My doctor phoned occasionally, to say things…
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Will a companion pass ever be rolled out?
For disabled people that have a freedom pass, allowing them to travel around London for free, I was curious whether a companion pass is coming anytime soon, for carers? this article from two years ago suggests that was the plan:…
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Pip appeal
Has anyone done a telephone pip appeal? Mine is next Friday and I'm beyond nervous. I was just wondering if anyone had any insight they could offer, how long it was, was it more difficult than face to face, etc?
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Inheritance and disability benefits
Hi, me and my partner are going out of our minds please someone help or point us in the right direction here goes, I'm his partner we are due to be married next year, I'm also his carer he has Ms Primary Progressive, he is deteriorating quickly, he had it 10 years now, I'm his full time carer, we are struggling at the…
